Head of Communication

Head of Communication

Leadtech is seeking an executive-level Head of Communication to lead the internal and external communications strategy and operations for the Leadtech Group. This role combines strategic vision with hands-on execution, requiring active participation in the company's most critical projects. You will be the guardian of the corporate narrative across all brands and business units and will play a key role in managing communications related to the company's partial sale process.

This is an onsite position based in Barcelona, Spain.

Key Responsibilities

Internal Communications

• Design and execute the internal communications strategy for approximately 900 employees, ensuring message consistency and clarity across all business units.
• Lead communications related to the partial sale process (carve-out), including key messaging, timing, channels, and uncertainty management.
• Create and maintain internal communication channels such as intranet, newsletters, and all-hands meetings.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners to align communications with company values and employee experience.

External Communications & Corporate Brand

• Manage corporate communications with media, external stakeholders, and institutions, ensuring a consistent Group image in collaboration with external agencies.
• Oversee press releases, corporate announcements, and communication materials for investors or stakeholders involved in the sale process.
• Coordinate the Group's presence in technology industry publications, business events, and professional forums.

Corporate Reputation Management

• Monitor and manage the online and offline reputation of Leadtech Group and its brands using social listening tools.
• Design and implement the corporate reputation crisis management plan.
• Manage the company's presence and reviews on employer branding platforms like Glassdoor, LinkedIn, and Indeed.
• Develop executive thought leadership initiatives to position company leaders as industry experts.
• Coordinate with Legal and HR leadership on communications related to sensitive situations impacting reputation.

Employer Branding & Group Brands

• Define and execute a differentiated employer branding strategy for each Group brand, communicating a clear Employee Value Proposition (EVP).
• Partner with the Talent Acquisition team to align employer branding communications with recruitment campaigns.
• Produce engaging content reflecting brand culture, including employee testimonials and culture videos.

Social Media Strategy

• Lead the Group's corporate social media strategy and individual brand strategies, focusing on employer branding and corporate reputation.
• Coordinate with Marketing teams to ensure consistency between product/service and corporate messaging.
• Define social media and employer branding KPIs and provide regular reporting.

Operational Leadership & AI Transformation

• Act as a hands-on communications leader for global business unit communications, supporting organizational change initiatives.
• Lead and develop the Communications team (3 members: content and UX/design specialists).
• Serve as the team's creative director, reviewing and approving content and communication materials.
• Foster collaboration between Communications, Marketing, Talent Acquisition, and Business Unit teams.
• Establish a communications governance model.
• Collaborate on internal narrative and communication campaigns for AI adoption, helping employees understand change and embrace new ways of working.
• Position Leadtech as a leader in responsible AI adoption.

Requirements

Experience & Education

• Bachelor's degree in Journalism, Audiovisual Communication, Advertising, Business Administration, or a related field. A Master's degree in Corporate Communications or Communication Management is a plus.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in corporate communications, with at least 3 years in a leadership or management role.
• Previous experience in technology companies, scale-ups, or multi-brand organizations.
• Proven experience communicating M&A processes, restructurings, IPOs, or major organizational transformations is highly desirable.
• Experience working with employee representative bodies is highly desirable.

Key Competencies

• Outstanding written communication skills in both Spanish and English (minimum C1 level).
• Strategic mindset combined with strong operational execution capabilities (player-coach approach).
• High emotional intelligence and strong executive-level stakeholder management skills.
• Experience managing communication crises.
• Knowledge of social media management tools and communications analytics.
• Hands-on leadership style, actively collaborating with content and UX teams.
• Experience leading and developing creative or communications teams.

What We Offer

• Growth and Career Development: Flexible career path, personalized internal training, and an annual budget for external learning opportunities.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible schedule with flextime, option for full remote or office work, free Friday afternoons, and a 35-hour workweek in July and August.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Competitive salary, full-time permanent contract, top-tier private health insurance (including dental and psychological services), 25 days of vacation plus your birthday off, and flexible vacation options.
• Unique Perks: Access to a well-equipped office in Barcelona with